10 02 12Wastes from cooling-water treatment other than those mentioned in 10 02 11
Chapter 10: Wastes from thermal processes
Overview
EWC code 10 02 12 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for wastes from cooling-water treatment other than those mentioned in 10 02 11. It sits in subchapter 10 02 of Chapter 10, covering wastes from the iron and steel industry.
10 02 12 is the non-hazardous entry of a mirror pair. It applies only when the waste does not contain dangerous substances above the relevant concentration thresholds; otherwise the hazardous mirror code applies.
Mirror Entry Code
This code has 1 mirror pair. The choice between hazardous and non-hazardous classification depends on whether the waste contains dangerous substances. Laboratory testing will be required.
Related Codes in This Subchapter
10 02 01Wastes from the processing of slag
10 02 02Unprocessed slag
10 02 07*Solid wastes from gas treatment containing dangerous substances
10 02 08Solid wastes from gas treatment other than those mentioned in 10 02 07
10 02 10Mill scales
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 10 02 12 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 10 02 12 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 10 02 11*). It is non-hazardous only if the waste does not contain dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds. Assessment, often laboratory testing, is needed to confirm.
What paperwork do I need for 10 02 12?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 10 02 12 is handled under standard duty of care: transfer it to a registered carrier with a waste transfer note. A hazardous waste consignment note is not required unless the hazardous mirror code applies.
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EWC codes are used to classify waste in the UK and EU. Correct classification is essential for legal compliance and proper waste management.